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School Pizza Recipe – Nostalgic, Cheesy, and Crowd-Pleasing!

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School Pizza is a thick, soft-crusted, rectangular pizza topped with zesty tomato sauce and a blend of gooey cheeses. It’s a nostalgic favorite that brings back classic cafeteria vibes with every bite—perfect for feeding a crowd or reliving childhood pizza Fridays.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 33 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • For the crust:
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • For the sauce and toppings:
  • 1 cup canned tomato sauce or pizza sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cooked ground beef or pepperoni slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Stir in olive oil, flour, and salt. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 475°F and grease a 10×15-inch sheet pan generously.
  5. Punch down the dough and stretch it evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. Spread the tomato sauce over the dough and sprinkle with garlic powder, oregano, and basil.
  7. Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and add optional toppings like beef or pepperoni.
  8. Bake for 15–18 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Cool slightly before slicing into rectangles and serving.

Notes

  • Press the dough thick for that soft, chewy school pizza crust.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
  • Use store-bought dough for convenience—let it come to room temperature before using.
  • Reheat slices in the oven or toaster oven for best texture.
  • Use a mozzarella and cheddar blend for a classic school pizza flavor.

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